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idiom [phrase]

Chochea moto

Maana (Definition)

Inciting anger or making an existing quarrel worse.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

instigate conflict / fan the flames

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

washa moto

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Metaphorical Expression
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usiwe mtu wa kuchochea moto kati ya marafiki."

Translation: Do not be a person who fans the flames between friends.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ChocheaAfadhali mchawi kuliko mfitini
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